Assistant Accountant

VANRATH; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the Derry/Londonderry area is looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant for an initial 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, a degree in Accountancy or a related field, and strong skills in Microsoft Office. This role involves supporting the Accounts team and managing month-end processes. Competitive salary of £28,000 - £32,000 offered, along with immediate start and other benefits.

Benefits

Free parking

Immediate start

Dynamic business environment

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a similar role is required.
• Ability to work productively while meeting deadlines.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts team for accuracy and timeliness of work.
• Assist in the production of management accounts.
• Prepare and post journals and month-end reconciliations.

Skills

Microsoft Office skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Reporting skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Accountancy or relevant subject

Studying towards accounts technician or CIMA/ACCA

Job description

A manufacturing business based in the Derry/Londonderry area require an Assistant Accountant to join their team for an initial period of 6 months, are you an experienced Assistant Accountant who is comfortable with the month end processes?

Salary / Benefits

• Starting salary of £28,000 - £32,000
• Joining a large, dynamic, international business
• Immediate start
• Free parking

Client

VANRATH are delighted to be working with one of Northern Ireland's most recognisable employers who are currently recruiting an Assistant Accountant to join their team, initially on a 6 month contract basis, with potential for extension.

The Ideal Person

• Degree or equivalent in Accountancy or another relevant subject.
• Studying towards accounts technician or CIMA / ACCA
• 6 Mths Experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of contacts from corporate and external vendors to manufacturing employees.
• Proactive problem solving and results oriented, able to work on own initiative.
• Strong reporting skills.
• Ability to work productively and flexibly while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Working with and supporting the Accounts team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of work in accordance with pre-determined metrics.
• Assist in the production of management accounts.
• Variance Analysis.
• Prepare and Post Journals.
• Month-end Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Bank Reconciliations
• Completion of FP&A Supplementals.
• Prepare month-end accruals in a timely manner per the month end checklist.
• Support the processing on Payroll, Pension Scheme Administration and submission of HMRC returns
• Contribute to the overall success of the Accounts team, promoting and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Ad hoc projects as required.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jamie Gault in the strictest confidence.